Taking the reins from your preceptor

How did you develop a good work relationship with your preceptor? How did you convey confidence in your abilites to work independently?

I have been a preceptor, and obviously I don't condone workers who are irreverent. However, I do give a lot of room for individual problem solving and taking initiative. I enjoy teaching, but I have limited experience.

I am training under a preceptor in a new hospital.

I know it depends largely on who the preceptor is--some never relinquish control (ugh), others do so offhandedly(hard to believe).

Thank you very much, enjoy your weekend!
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Try setting up mutual expectations (i.e., as a preceptee my expectations of you as a preceptor are.... likewise, what are your expectations of me?) Also, take a couple of minutes and make a plan for the beginning of each shift. Clarify what your preceptor expects you to accomplish with (and without) assistance.